IPAC Concerns at a Childcare Centre
Some of the toughest exam questions come from everyday situations. Where you know something’s wrong, but have to clearly explain what it is, why it matters, and what to do about it.
This scenario takes place during a routine childcare inspection. There are four questions and a total of 21 possible points, so don’t stop at the obvious. Say every relevant point you can think of. Practice answering out loud, and aim to get through the whole thing in 5–6 minutes, including reading time.
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IPAC-011 - IPAC Concerns at a Childcare Centre
Infection Prevention and Control – 4 Questions
You are conducting an inspection of a licensed childcare centre and you observe a staff member finish changing a diaper, remove their gloves, and proceed to place cookies on a tray for snack time without washing their hands. In one of the playrooms, you observe a sensory bin with cooked pasta and two children are having fun squishing it with their hands.
Questions:
What are the Infection Prevention and Control concerns associated with the diaper changing situation?
What is the proper procedure that staff should follow when changing diapers in a childcare setting?
What concerns do you have about the sensory bin?
What actions would you take during your inspection to address these issues?
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